Maple Tree Primary School opened very recently to a small number of pupils in Years 3 to 6. Some pupils have previously had a negative experience of school. At Maple Tree, staff are very welcoming. The school provides a safe and consistent environment that enables pupils to settle well into learning and begin to thrive. Staff and leaders have high expectations. They have been very successful at integrating pupils into the school and re-engaging them in learning. Pupils talk enthusiastically about how adults help and support them. Staff use pupils’ own interests to engage and enthuse them, but also ensure that pupils’ interests are broadened. Pupils are learning to recognise the importance of a varied and balanced curriculum. They are developing a real sense of motivation and enthusiasm for school. Parents say that staff understand their children’s needs very well and adapt the learning to make it work for each individual. Parents appreciate the way that staff and leaders value their child and celebrate their strengths and successes. Leaders plan to continue to increase the number of pupils at the school so that pupils learn in classes of up to five pupils. Staff and pupils are looking forward to more pupils joining so that they can grow the school community and develop new friendships.